Managing Vitamin K in Chronic Kidney Disease
Although tests to directly measure vitamin K levels are available, use of indirect measures may be a more reliable way to assess vitamin K status.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
An Updated Approach to Managing Obesity in Patients With CKD
A recent literature review supports the idea that obesity needs to have an individualized, root cause approach.
Nutrition Therapy as an Intervention for Metabolic Acidosis
Multiple studies show that reducing net endogenous acid production can help to improve or correct metabolic acidosis.
Managing Anemia in CKD: Beyond Iron and ESAs
Iron therapy and erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are not always effective for anemia in patients with CKD. Nutritional interventions may be helpful in these cases.
Early Nutrition Care in CKD Preserves Kidney Function
A dietary pattern that meets patients’ protein and other nutrient needs provides long-term success for kidney health.
Diet Advice for Blood Pressure Control Goes Beyond Sodium Restriction
Potassium and magnesium intake also have a role in hypertension management.
It Is Time for Nephrology Practices to Bolster Their Nutrition Care
Practices need to look at all opportunities for preserving kidney function, according to the director of the Kidney Nutrition Institute.
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